Easy Biscuits and Sausage Gravy Breakfast Pizza
Craving a hearty, satisfying breakfast? This easy breakfast pizza with biscuits and sausage gravy is my family’s favorite. After making it dozens of times, I’ve perfected the technique for a crispy, golden crust and creamy, flavorful gravy. Keep reading for my best tips. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Easy Meal Prep Steak and Arugula Salad for Dinner and Creamy Orange Blossom Semolina Pudding with Pistachios.
Why This Easy Biscuits and Sausage Gravy Breakfast Pizza Is Pure Comfort
- Crispy, golden crust
- Creamy, flavorful sausage gravy
- Easy to customize with your favorite toppings
- Ready in 30 minutes
What You'll Need for Easy Biscuits and Sausage Gravy Breakfast Pizza
Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.
- Pizza dough
- Breakfast sausage
- Mozzarella cheese
- Canned biscuits
- Milk
- Flour
- Salt
- Pepper
- Garlic powder
- Onion powder
- Italian seasoning
- Optional: Bacon
- Optional: Eggs
- Optional: Spinach
- Optional: Tomatoes
đź“ť Ingredient Notes
- Pizza dough: Homemade or store-bought works great.
- Breakfast sausage: Mild or spicy, depending on your preference.
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How to Make Easy Biscuits and Sausage Gravy Breakfast Pizza
- Prepare the dough: If using store-bought dough, let it rest at room temperature. If making homemade, follow your recipe.
- Cook the sausage: In a large skillet, cook the breakfast sausage over medium heat until browned. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- Make the gravy: In the same skillet, add flour to the sausage grease and stir to create a roux. Slowly whisk in milk until the gravy thickens. Add salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Stir in the cooked sausage.
- Assemble the pizza: Press the pizza dough into a greased pizza pan or baking sheet. Spread the sausage gravy evenly over the dough. Top with shredded mozzarella cheese and place the uncooked biscuits on top.
- Bake: Bake at 425°F (220°C) for 15-20 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the biscuits are cooked through.
Cook's Tips for Perfect Easy Biscuits and Sausage Gravy Breakfast Pizza
- Common mistake and fix: Don't overwork the pizza dough. This can make it tough and chewy. If the dough is too sticky, let it rest for a few minutes before pressing it into the pan.
- Pro tip: For a crispier crust, preheat your pizza pan or baking sheet in the oven before adding the dough.
- Pro tip: To make the gravy thicker, add more flour or let it simmer longer. To thin it out, add more milk.
Storing & Reheating Easy Biscuits and Sausage Gravy Breakfast Pizza
Short-Term Storage
Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Make-ahead tip: The sausage gravy can be made up to 2 days ahead and stored in the fridge. Reheat before using.
Freezing Easy Biscuits and Sausage Gravy Breakfast Pizza
Freeze cooked pizza slices for up to 2 months. Reheat in the oven at 350°F (180°C) until warmed through.
How to Reheat Without Drying It Out
Oven: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (180°C) until warmed through, about 10-15 minutes. Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes, or until warmed through. The crust may become soggy.
Recipe Notes
- Chef tip: For a vegetarian version, substitute the breakfast sausage with crumbled tofu or mushrooms cooked with soy sauce and garlic.
- Best substitution: If you don't have canned biscuits, you can use homemade biscuit dough or even English muffins.
- Make-ahead: The dough can be pressed into the pan and topped with the gravy and cheese up to a day ahead. Add the biscuits just before baking.
- Scaling: This recipe can easily be doubled to serve a crowd.
- Troubleshooting: If the crust is burning before the biscuits are cooked through, cover the edges with aluminum foil.
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Easy Biscuits and Sausage Gravy Breakfast Pizza
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- Pizza dough
- Breakfast sausage
- Mozzarella cheese
- Canned biscuits
- Milk
- Flour
Seasonings
- Salt
- Pepper
- Garlic powder
- Onion powder
- Italian seasoning
Optional Toppings
- Bacon
- Eggs
- Spinach
- Tomatoes
Instructions
- Prepare the dough: If using store-bought dough, let it rest at room temperature. If making homemade, follow your recipe.
- Cook the sausage: In a large skillet, cook the breakfast sausage over medium heat until browned. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- Make the gravy: In the same skillet, add flour to the sausage grease and stir to create a roux. Slowly whisk in milk until the gravy thickens. Add salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Stir in the cooked sausage.
- Assemble the pizza: Press the pizza dough into a greased pizza pan or baking sheet. Spread the sausage gravy evenly over the dough. Top with shredded mozzarella cheese and place the uncooked biscuits on top.
- Bake: Bake at 425°F (220°C) for 15-20 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the biscuits are cooked through.
Notes
- Chef tip: For a vegetarian version, substitute the breakfast sausage with crumbled tofu or mushrooms cooked with soy sauce and garlic.
- Best substitution: If you don't have canned biscuits, you can use homemade biscuit dough or even English muffins.
- Make-ahead: The dough can be pressed into the pan and topped with the gravy and cheese up to a day ahead. Add the biscuits just before baking.
- Scaling: This recipe can easily be doubled to serve a crowd.
- Troubleshooting: If the crust is burning before the biscuits are cooked through, cover the edges with aluminum foil.
Storage
- Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Freezer: Freeze cooked pizza slices for up to 2 months. Reheat in the oven at 350°F (180°C) until warmed through.
- Oven reheat: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (180°C) until warmed through, about 10-15 minutes.
- Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes, or until warmed through. The crust may become soggy.
- Make ahead: The sausage gravy can be made up to 2 days ahead and stored in the fridge. Reheat before using.
Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 650
- Protein: 25g
- Fat: 25g
- Carbs: 75g
- Fiber: 3g
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 1200mg
- Cholesterol: 80mg
- Sat. Fat: 12g
Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.
Easy Biscuits and Sausage Gravy Breakfast Pizza FAQs
Yes, you can make the sausage gravy up to 2 days ahead. Reheat it in a saucepan over medium heat before using.
Overworking the dough can make it tough. Let it rest for a few minutes if it's too sticky before pressing it into the pan.
Yes, you can use any cheese you like. Cheddar, Monterey Jack, or a blend of cheeses would all work well.
Add more flour or let it simmer longer to thicken the gravy. To thin it out, add more milk.
Yes, you can crack eggs directly onto the pizza before baking for a delicious breakfast pizza with eggs.
A Warm Final Note
I can’t wait for you to try Easy Biscuits and Sausage Gravy Breakfast Pizza and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!
